Older Adult Fall Prevention: Moving Research into Practice
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1 Older Adult Fall Prevention: Moving Research into Practice Judy A. Stevens, Ph.D. National Center for Injury Prevention & Control Centers for Disease Control & Prevention
2 Overview The public health model applied to older adult falls : An example of moving research into practice Pilot testing implementation process
3 Public Health Model Translate & Disseminate Identify Effective Interventions Determine Risk Factors Define Problem
4 Public Health Model Translate & Disseminate Identify Effective Interventions Determine Risk Factors Define Problem
5 Burden For people 65+, falls are the leading cause of both fatal & nonfatal injuries In 2010, there were 2.3 million older people treated in EDs for falls One-third of people 65+ fall each year 1 1 in 5 falls causes a serious injury 2 1. Tromp, J Clinical Epi, Sterling, J Trauma-Inj Infection & Critical Care, 2001
6 Impact Quality of life Limited mobility Fear of falling 1 Economic impact $30 billion 2 1. Scheffer, Age & Ageing, Stevens, Injury Prev, 2006
7 Public Health Model Translate & Disseminate Identify Effective Interventions Determine Risk Factors Define Problem
8 Fall Risk Factors Biological Behavioral Environmental V. Scott, 2000
9 Rubenstein, Age & Aging, 2006 Leading Fall Risk Factors Risk Factor Relative Risk Muscle weakness 4.9 Balance problems 3.2 Gait problems 3.0 Poor vision 2.8 Limited mobility 2.5 Cognitive impairment 2.4 Functional limitations 2.0 Postural hypotension 1.9
10 Public Health Model Translate & Disseminate Identify Effective Interventions Determine Risk Factors Define Problem
11 Evidence for Clinical Interventions Chang et al., British Medical Journal, 2004 Gillespie et al., Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2012 Moyer, U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, Annals of Internal Medicine, 2012
12 Clinical Approach Clinical assessment, treatment, referral & follow-up AGS/BGS Clinical Practice Guideline, 2010
13 Public Health Model Translate & Disseminate Identify Effective Interventions Determine Risk Factors Define Problem
14 STopping Elderly Accidents, Deaths & Injuries
15 Literature Review Few asked about falls 1 Did not identify falls & gait disorders or evaluate patients who reported falling 2 Most not familiar with AGS clinical guideline Many interested in learning about fall risk assessment & risk reduction 3 1. Chou, J Gen Intern Med, Rubenstein, J Am Geriatr Soc, Robinson, J Am Geriatr Soc, 2001
16 Initial Interviews 90 min interviews with 18 providers Interview Results Recognized falls as a threat for their older patients Lacked information on standardized assessment methods & evidence-based prevention strategies Asked for materials -- direct, concise & easy to read Preferred checklists, one-pagers & on-line information
17 Flow Chart Algorithm Adapted from AGS/BGS Clinical Practice Guideline, 2010
18 Flow Chart Algorithm Adapted from AGS/BGS Clinical Practice Guideline, 2010
19 Stay Independent A self-risk assessment brochure Rubenstein, J Safety Res, 2011
20 Some Provider Resources
21 Gait & Balance Assessment Tools
22 Talking with Patients Based on Stages of Change
23 Patient s fall risk factors at a glance
24 Tri-fold Pocket Guide
25 Specialists Referral Forms Fall Prevention Programs
26 Patient Education Materials
27 More Information All STEADI tool kit materials are available to view, download & print at:
28 Pilot Implementation Process State health department Assess, treat, refer older patients Ambassador Champion (clinician) Clinicians & Office Staff Technical Assistance Evaluation
29 Key Features of Implementation Academic detailing Clinician Engagement & Education (CEE) Session Champion (clinician) Feedback CEE Session Clinicians & office staff Engages practice to make changes Evaluate process at baseline & follow-up Implementation
30 Use to Link Clinical Practice with Community Programs Change clinical practice Community fall prevention or exercise programs
31 Next Steps Assess changes in clinical practice Evaluate connections with community programs Measure effectiveness of this integrated approach to reduce fall injuries at the county level
32 Thank You! Disclaimer: The findings and conclusions in this presentation are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the official position of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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